Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur Recipe

Recreate the addictive flavor of Chili's Shanghai Wings in your own kitchen! This copycat recipe, inspired by Todd Wilbur's Top Secret Recipes, delivers crispy, juicy chicken wings tossed in a vibrant ginger-citrus sauce and served with a zesty wasabi-ranch dipping sauce. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's perfect for game day, parties, or a delicious weeknight meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 407.3 kcal
Protein 21g
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Ingredients for Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur

  • 1/4 cup cold water + more as needed
  • Cornstarch
  • Dark Brown Sugar
  • Soy Sauce
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Garlic
  • Lime Juice
  • Lemon Juice
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • Salad Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • Wasabi Powder
  • A few drops green food coloring
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Chicken Breast Fillets
  • Enough vegetable oil for deep frying

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How to Make Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur

  1. Preheat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep fryer.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1/4 cup milk.
  4. Dip each chicken wing into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Repeat for a double breading.
  5. Refrigerate breaded chicken wings for 15 minutes.
  6. While chicken chills, prepare the ginger-citrus sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth.
  7. In a medium saucepan, combine the cornstarch slurry with 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, and 1 clove minced garlic.
  8. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until thickened.
  9. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  10. For the wasabi-ranch sauce, combine 1/2 cup ranch dressing, 2 tablespoons buttermilk, 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish, 1/2 teaspoon powdered wasabi, and a few drops of green food coloring in a small bowl. Mix well.
  11. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  12. Fry the chilled chicken wings for 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  13. Remove wings from fryer and drain on paper towels.
  14. Place the fried wings in a covered container.
  15. Pour the cooled ginger-citrus sauce over the wings, cover, and gently shake to coat evenly.
  16. Serve immediately with the wasabi-ranch dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

103 g

Sugar

176g

Fat

14g

Carbs

25g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur?

Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur?

Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur has approximately 407.3 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur?

The key ingredients for Copycat Chili's Boneless Shanghai Wingsby Todd Wilbur are Water, Cornstarch, Dark Brown Sugar, Soy Sauce, Fresh Ginger, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.

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